Smits Funeral Homes
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https://www.smitsfh.com/We are a family-owned business providing compassionate, professional end-of-life care. We handle all the details during a difficult time, so you can focus on the things that matter. We understand that each family is unique and has personal requests and traditions. Call our main office at 219-322-7300 to find out more about the customized services we can offer your family when the time comes.
Obituary: David A. Van Prooyen
October 3, 1954 - May 8, 2021
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David A. Van Prooyen, age 66, of Brandon, FL, formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021. Loving father of Ruth (Charles) Hoover, Robert Van Prooyen, James Van Prooyen, Lori (Ryan) Kemp, and Kara (Francesco) DeBartolo....
Obituary: Marian Miller
December 19, 1935 - April 23, 2021
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Marian Miller, nee Martin, age 85, of Hazel Crest, IL passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Jemmar Miller. Loving mother of Desi Snowden-Miller, Jerry Miller, Darren Miller, Michael Miller, and Jock Miller....
Obituary: Steven Ray Stegenga
September 1, 1966 - May 9, 2021
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Steven Ray Stegenga, age 54, of Lowell, IN, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021. Loving father of Danielle (Alex Van Rite) Stegenga. Beloved son of Raymond and Sandra Stegenga. Dear brother of Susan (Scott) Jewell. Kind uncle of...
Obituary: Stephen Michael Cieslak
January 13, 1964 - May 8, 2021
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Stephen Michael Cieslak, age 57, of Highland, IN, was called to Heaven on Saturday, May 8, 2021. Loving father of Jessica Cieslak (John Fullerton), Jonathan Cieslak, and Nicholas Cieslak. Beloved son of Paul and Joan Cieslak. Dear brother...
Obituary: Otis V. Cochran Jr.
November 23, 1932 - May 7, 2021
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Otis V. Cochran Jr., age 88, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, May 7, 2021. Beloved husband of Dorothy K. Cochran, nee Mullins. Loving father of Otis (Dianne) Cochran, William (Dana) Cochran, Kathy Marie (William) Wachter, and...
Obituary: Lester S. Van Deursen
February 5, 1926 - May 3, 2021
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Lester S. Van Deursen, age 95, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3, 2021. Beloved husband of Shirley Van Deursen, nee De Young. On May 6, Les and Shirley would have celebrated 72 years...
Obituary: Robert E. Schwantes Sr.
May 27, 1932 - May 3, 2021
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Robert E. Schwantes Sr., age 88, of South Holland, IL, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021. Beloved husband of Jo-Anne Schwantes, nee Gabel. Loving father of Robert E. (late Maxine) Schwantes Jr., Barbara (John) Peterson, Richard (Sandra)...
Obituary: Judith F. Bantz
September 28, 1935 - April 30, 2021
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Judith “Judy” F. Bantz, nee Hybarger, age 85, of Lansing, IL passed away peacefully in Peoria, Arizona on Friday, April 30, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Robert Bantz. Loving mother of Debbie Bantz and Laurie (Tim) Vanderbilt....
Obituary: Bernard Boersema
December 8, 1933 - April 28, 2021
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Bernard “Ben” Boersema, age 87, of Lansing, IL, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Lois Boersema, nee Van Proyen. Loving father of Patricia (Nathan) Martin, Sandra (Rob) DeVries, Linda (Bob) Fox and the...
Obituary: Shirley J. Van Ramshorst
October 10, 1939 - April 24, 2021
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Shirley J. Van Ramshorst, nee Wetmore, age 81, of Dyer, IN formerly of Lansing, IL went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, April 24, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Shirley was the beloved wife of...